Boston's First Doula Agency Est. 2002
DONA International Approved
Virtual Birth Doula Workshops
Instructors and Guest Speakers
Program Details
Are you ready to become a DONA International birth doula? Our professional, unique, and unparalleled teaching style ensures you will have the tools and resources necessary to start on your journey as a birth professional.
DONA International approved Birth Doula trainer since 2006, Tara Campbell, CD(DONA), BDT, LCCE has trained over 20,000 birth doulas nationwide. Tara offers an engaging and unique teaching style, allowing students the opportunity to learn in a supportive classroom environment
Tailoring teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles can significantly enhance student engagement and comprehension. By incorporating various methods, such as discussions, videos, PowerPoint presentations, demonstrations, and storytelling, you can cater to learners with different learning styles, including visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners.
Workshops are taught virtually via the Zoom platform (students can attend from any location they desire). To get credit for the workshop, you must complete it. Students must have their video on and participate in class discussions.
We've been honored to teach for the following
*Harvard Medical School *Tufts Medical School * Birthwise Midwifery School * BirthRoots * Boston Public Health Commission* Northern Essex Community College* Haverhill High School * Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital * Plymouth State University * Maine Medical Center * Brandywine Counseling NJ * Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission * Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation * Rutland Regional Medical Center VT * Springfield Hospital VT * Willow Domestic Violence Center * Warrensville Community Baptist Church, OH * Enon’s Ministry, PA* Healthy Families, MA*
Haverhill High School, MA* Greely High School, Cumberland, ME* Codman Academy, MA
*ICO4MCH Sandhills NC* Nurse-Family Partnership PA * Siasplace, Fresno CA* Rutgers University*
*Frederick, MD County Health Department* Saint Peter's University Hospital*
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3 Day Virtual DONA International Birth Doula Workshop $600.00
3-Day Virtual Birth Doula Training Workshop $600Please indicate city and date of training during checkout
Includes
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7 hr Introduction to Childbirth Education for new Doulas class.
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16 hr approved DONA International Birth Doula Workshop.
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Certificate issued upon completion.
Workshop Schedule
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Fridays 8:00 am-4:00 pm EST
Lunch 12:00 pm-12:30 pm & 2 -15min Breaks)
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Sat/Sun 9:00 am-6:30 pm EST
(Lunch 12:00 pm-1:00 pm & 2 -15min Breaks)
*Students can expect to spend about 1 hour each night on homework assignments.
Please note that attendance at all three days is required. Since the curriculum includes Birth Doula Workshop content on Friday, we cannot accept registrations for Saturday or Sunday only.
Breastfeeding For Professionals Class $150
This class fulfills the DONA International breastfeeding education requirement for both birth and postpartum doulas.
This 3-hour breastfeeding workshop covers the basics of breastfeeding and is offered to birth and postpartum-related professionals. Certificate issued upon completion.
Workshop Schedule
Fridays from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm EST
*Runs after the Birth Doula Workshop Ends
Session Dates
June 5-7
Charlotte NC
July 17-19
Boston MA
Aug 7-9
New York, NY
Sept 11-13
Philadelphia PA
Oct 2-4
Boston MA
Nov 13-15
Charlotte NC
Dec 4-6
Haverhill, MA
We are excited to offer 100% virtual workshops! While we are required by DONA International to list a location for each workshop, please note that this is solely for the purpose of helping students connect with others in a similar area to foster community-building after the workshop.
You are welcome to join any workshop listed, regardless of the specified location.
Important Reminder: Our workshops operate on Eastern Standard Time (EST). Please plan accordingly.
3 Day Virtual DONA International Birth Doula Workshop
Jan 23-25
Boston, MA
Feb 20-22
New York, NY
March 13-15
Charlotte NC
April 10-12
Philadelphia PA
May 1-3
New York, NY
May 15-17
Boston, MA
Jan 23
Boston, MA
Feb 20
New York, NY
March 13
Charlotte NC
April 10
Philadelphia PA
May 1
New York, NY
May 15
Boston, MA
June 5
Charlotte NC
July 17
Boston, MA
Aug 7
New York, NY
Sept 11
Philadelphia, PA
Oct 2
Boston, MA
Nov 13
Charlotte, NC
Dec 4
Haverhill, MA
Breastfeeding for Professionals
PREREQUISITES
Prerequisites for DONA workshops include:
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Read DONA International Birth and Postpartum Position Paper
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Read “The Birth Partner: by Penny Simkin and Katie Rohs
Certificates of completion will be sent electronically once the student has:
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Completed the DONA International workshop evaluation. Evaluation will be sent out via email from DONA International directly.
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Doula will use another person (family/friend/colleague) to practice live on Zoom with the trainer offering guidance (during the workshop). OR The doula will submit a video/or photos back to the trainer demonstrating the skills on another person (family/friend/colleague) and discussing them with the trainer.
PAYMENT PLANS - Create your payment plan!
Email doula@birthinggently.com with the following:
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Your full name
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The start date of the workshop you would like to attend
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The deposit amount you will pay to hold your spot, we will invoice you via PayPal
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The dates and amounts you would like to be invoiced for
You must be paid in full by the first day of class
EARN FREE TUITION
Option 1 – Virtual workshop option
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Invite 2 other participants to register with you (friends, family, coworkers) and receive your tuition free! ($600 value)
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Alternatively, the one free tuition could be used across all three participants to discount all participants' tuition.
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All three participants DO NOT need to attend the same scheduled Birth Doula workshop dates.
Option 2 – In-person workshop option
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Seeking to organize an in-person workshop to your area?
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Coordinate with Birthing Gently for a proposed date and location.
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With 12 paid participants, you receive 3 free participant tuitions (a $1800 value)!
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Venue expenses paid by Birthing Gently
The Ouellette Scholarship
Offered by Birthing Gently, the Ouellette Scholarship honors and supports members of the military community by providing access to professional doula education. This scholarship reserves a seat in both our Birth Doula Workshop and Breastfeeding Workshop, offering a unique opportunity for those interested in becoming childbirth and lactation support professionals.
Eligibility: Applicants themselves must be active duty, reserve, or retired military personnel.
*This scholarship does not apply to spouses or family members.
If you’re interested in applying for a scholarship seat, please contact us — we’d be honored to hear from you.